outcry

outcry (at/over/against something)a reaction of anger or strong protest shown by people in publican outcry over the proposed changeThe new tax provoked a public outcry.There was outcry at the judge's statement.See related entries:ProtestExtra examplesThe bombing caused an international outcry.There was a massive public outcry against the harsh prison sentence.an immediate outcry from workers over pay reductionsJust imagine the outcry if he pulled out of the tournament now.No one was surprised by the immediate outcry from workers over the pay reductions.The new funding plans have caused outcry among dentists.There was outcry at the judge’s statement.